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How we test

Overall score includes:

Image quality (60%), Ease of use (40%)

Image quality
When assessing how well an IP camera performs we look at its image quality in daylight and low-light conditions. We look at the clarity of the images, the contrast at close range (2m) and a moderate distance (4m). We look at how well they show a person, objects and graphics/text for reading any signage on vehicles or name badges.

Ease of use
Assesses the set-up and use of the camera, including installation, ease of recording and motion detection. We also look at how easy it is to receive alerts when motion is detected. A camera scored higher if it sent an email with a screenshot, but any email or push notification to a mobile was considered good. We also scored cameras on how easy it is to automatically and manually take photos or recordings, irrespective of whether a notification was sent, and how easy it is to store footage to cloud storage.

Full specs

Model

Avg price

$180

Specifications

Kit or camera only

Camera only

Kit required

✔

Model or kit description

Indoor IP camera

Camera type

Indoor

Resolution

640 x 480

Wireless connection or WiFi band (GHz)

DECT

Features

Weatherproof rating

n/a

Night vision

Yes, 6m

Pan

No

Tilt

No

Zoom

No

Microphone

✔

Speaker

✔

Motion detection

Yes

Motion detection scheduler

✔

Notification method

Smartphone notification

Email alert with picture attached

×

Local storage

MicroSD on hub included in kit

FTP storage

×

Cloud storage

No

Remote access

Automatic

Remote access via Android app

✔

Remote access via iOS app

✔

Remote access via web browser

×

Ethernet

×

More info

Notes

Camera can be bought separately, but needs to be connected to a kit to operate.